Written By John Solomon, Just The News
U.S. military jets launched massive strikes Sunday night against ISIS positions in Syria after the Assad regime fell, hoping to keep the terrorist group from advancing across the country or conducting attacks against the West.
U.S. Central Command (CENTCOM) said more than 75 precision strikes targeted camps and terror operatives and “were conducted as part of the ongoing mission to disrupt, degrade, and defeat ISIS.”
CENTCOM said it wanted to “prevent the terrorist group from conducting external operations and to ensure that ISIS does not seek to take advantage of the current situation to reconstitute in central Syria.”
Battle damage assessments from Air Force jets are underway, and there are no indications of civilian casualties, military officials said.
“There should be no doubt – we will not allow ISIS to reconstitute and take advantage of the current situation in Syria,” General Michael Erik Kurilla said. “All organizations in Syria should know that we will hold them accountable if they partner with or support ISIS in any way.”
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STATEMENT FROM PRESIDENT DONALD J. TRUMP
I am pleased to announce that Alina Habba will join my White House Team as Counselor to the President. Alina has been a tireless advocate for Justice, a fierce Defender of the Rule of Law, and an invaluable Advisor to my Campaign and Transition Team. She has been unwavering in her loyalty, and unmatched in her resolve – standing with me through numerous “trials,” battles, and countless days in Court. Few understand the Weaponization of the “Injustice” System better than Alina, who has fought relentlessly against the full force of Lawfare with courage and an unshakable commitment to Justice. As a first generation American of Middle Eastern Heritage, she has become a role model for women in Law and Politics, most recently being named Chaldean Woman of the Year.
Congratulations to Alina, her husband Gregg, and her three beautiful children, Chloe, Luke, and Parker.
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STATEMENT FROM PRESIDENT DONALD J. TRUMP
Michael Anton will become Director of Policy Planning at the State Department. Michael served me loyally and effectively at the National Security Council in my First Term. He has an extensive background in Government, the private sector, and academia. He spent the last eight years explaining what an America First foreign policy truly means.
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STATEMENT FROM PRESIDENT DONALD J. TRUMP
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